The detail a hotel website leaves out — which rooms fit four people, what age the kids' club really starts at, and whether the place actually works with a toddler. Plus the occasional points lesson, when that's what made the trip possible.
I flew business class from Houston to Munich for 72,000 miles — here's the exact United card benefit that made it possible.
September 6, 2026 · 3 min read
The Mt. Plose gondola is free during part of the year in the Dolomites — here's how to time your visit so you don't miss it.
September 4, 2026 · 2 min read
After a stress-free family stay in the Dolomites, I'm breaking down the flights, points, and amenities that made AKI Family Resort Plose the most relaxing vacation I've had since having kids.
August 17, 2026 · 11 min read
How we paid for them
Every stay we write up was booked with points from the cards we carry ourselves — what each one earns, and why it's in our wallet.